Description
This Green Goddess Tuna Salad is a creamy and flavorful dish that is perfect for a light and satisfying meal. Packed with protein from the tuna and healthy fats from avocado, it’s a nutritious option that can be enjoyed in various ways.
Ingredients
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Tuna Salad:
- 1 (5 oz) can tuna (drained)
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ¼ avocado (mashed)
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 celery stalk (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped cucumber (optional)
Serving:
- Mixed greens or lettuce leaves for serving
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, mashed avocado, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, chives, parsley, and basil. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the tuna, chopped celery, and cucumber if using.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the tuna salad chilled, either over mixed greens, in lettuce cups, on toast, or in a sandwich or wrap.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, use all mayonnaise or a plant-based yogurt.
- This salad can be made up to a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
